Adventures in Bohol

BOHOL is a first class island province in the Central Visayas Region in the Philippines.

Bohol has a lot of churches built way back during colonization of the Spaniards.

The oldest and most famous church is Our Lady of Immaculate Conception known as "Baclayon Church"

another famous church is "Ang Mahiwagang Balon" sa Simbahan ng Dauis. A wishing well inside the church able the wishers to make a wish and offer petitions.

Blood Compact Site is where the historical blood compact between Datu Sikatuna and Don Miguel Lopez de Legazpi happened on March 16, 1565.

PRONY the famous longest and biggest Bohol Phyton in Albur with a lenght of approximately 23 feet and weight 300 kg.

ending our DAY 1 with live bands at Miravilla Resort. Feel the coolness of air and the coldness of water while performing live music across the pool. Perfect place to relax and unwind with foods and beverages serve.

Our DAY 2 starts at the MANGROVE FOREST - the highest biological diverse mangrove ecosystems. Mangroves are salt tolerant trees that have adapted to living in salt and brackist water conditions.

The famous CHOCOLATE HILLS in Carmen- estimated from 1,268 to about 1,776 individual mounds, these cone-shaped or dome-shaped hills are made of grass-covered limestone. The domes vary in sizes from 30 to 50 metres (98 to 160 ft) high with the largest being 120 metres ( 390 ft) in height.

The "ShipHaus" a resedential house owned by Capt. Gaudencio Dumapias in Batuan, Bohol. The ship is well-equipped with captain's cabin, chief mates cabin, roof deck, lobby, dinning area and kitchen.

The GMA 7 Philippine TV network featured us in Kapuso Mo Jesica Soho - The ShipHauz episode

The "Floating Restaurant" views the nature while enjoying a serenade from the locals with an eat-all-you-can menu.

Hinagdanan Cave in Panglao - naturally lighted cavern with a deep lagoon and many large stalactites and stalagmites. The underground lake is a popular swimming spot.

"Simply Butterflies Conservation Center" is the first butterfly livelihood breeding and conservation program in Bilar, Bohol. Enjoy the beautiful scenery with colorful butterflies.

Exotic animals at the ZooColate

TARSIER one of the smallest primates on earth, measures 4 to 5 inches.

The highest ZIPLINE ADVENTURE in Danao.

480 meter zipline called SUI SLIDE rhyme with "suicide" with an altitude of 200m that will definitely shoot your adrenaline up in the air. If you love thrills and outdoor adventure, this is perfect activity for you.

DAY THREE: Bohol Beach Club, Panglao. A famous marine sanctuary, good for diving and snorkeling.

BOHOL BEE FARM RESORT

Church Of Bauan, Batangas City

The Immaculate Conception Parish is a neo-classical church located in Bauan, Batangas. The church houses the Holy Cross, the patron saint of the town. it is 2.5 metres (8.2 ft) high with a 1 metre (3.3 ft) crosspiece. A golden sun, with radiating rays and embossed with a human face, was added at the point where the cross's arms intersect. It was lunch time of May 12, 2017 on a forty degree celcius when we visited the place. How to get there: The provincial buses from Manila will take you to Batangas City - LRT Gil Puyat station or Cubao Bus Terminal @ Php157. The public utility vehicles in the diversion road with mabini or bauan route will take you to the church of Bauan @ Php8.

Regina Rosarii Institute of Contemplation in Asia

is known as our Lady Regina Rosarii - a 71-foot high image of our Lady, Queen of the Holy Rosary designed by artist-sculptor Jose Barcena Jr. You will feel the divine embrace as you walk the holy ground trail on your way up to a hill composed of 308 steps of paved stairs leading to where you can find a towering statue of the blessed virgin Mary with the young Jesus in one of her arms. The construction of the statue started in October 7, 2009 and the blessing took place on March 19, 2010. It was inspired by the Dominican tradition of Our Lady's protective mantle that shelters her devoted children. Below the statue is a canopy of clouds where the faces of 17 angels or cherubims can be seen. The 13.5 hectares of Regina RICA (Regina Rosarii Institute for Contemplation in Asia) is located along Marilaque or Marcos Highway at Sitio Aguho, Sampaloc Tanay, Rizal. CAPTURED VIDEO

Corregidor Island

This is our three-day tour to the Historic Island of Corregidor in the Philippines - about 48 kilometers west of Manila. Upon arrival at the Manila Bay, a fully-airconditioned ferry via Sun Cruiser held us to the place. Check-in counter opens one hour before scheduled time of departure and strictly close 30 minute before departure. Passengers who arrive after the cut-off time will not be allowed to go on board. The TRAMS or TRANVIA were the major means of transportation in the island. The "LORCHA DOCK" where Gen. Mc Arthur exited from Malinta Tunnel to Australia. The "Mile Long Barracks" known as the world's longest military barracks where the American Troops kept their quarters. Photos below were the mortars and the batteries used during the war. THE ETERNAL FLAME OF FREEDOM was place to commemorate the recapture of the Philippine island by the United States in 1945. The ambiance of the place was very peaceful. Tourist can explore...

Ace Water Spa in Pioneer

Month of June when i first visits Ace Water Spa in Pioneer, Pasig - a "pre-birthday-gift" from my sister. A few months later, hubby joined the experienced. The amenities cost P550 for 4 hours (vouchers P350 only). Ace Water Spa is our favorite destination when it comes to indoor water pools. They have two branches - Quezon City and Pasig City. Our most convenient place is in Pasig. Every guest requires to wear tight fitting and spandex swimsuits. We loved the atmosphere and the services. One of the facilities hubby enjoyed much was the 5-lane spaceous lap pool which is ideal for swimmers/swimming enthusiasts. The hydrotherapy pool where you can choose and enjoy soft, moderate and hard water massage: Soft Hydroptherapy 1. Bubble Bed 2. Bubble Pool 3. Bubble Massage 4. Hydro-Acupuncture Bed Moderate Hydrotherapy 1. Rainfall Acupuncture 2. Eight Nozzle Shower 3. Hydro-Buoyancy ...

Discover Ilocos Region

Welcome to the two provinces in the north - Ilocos Norte and Ilocos Sur. The place can be reached by plane via Cebu Pacific or Philippine Airlines from Manila to Laoag Airport in an hour or 10 to 12 hours by land via bus regular trips from Manila bus stations. The public utility vehicles like jeepneys and tricycles are available from Laoag Airport that will bring you to the city proper. The locals are very friendly and accommodating. In goin to Pagudpud from Laoag, you can take a bus or rent a van bound for Claveria Cagayan. It will pass by the town of Pagudpud. You will be amazed by the beauty of nature. Travel time will take you one and a half hour. During our stay in Vigan, Ilocos Sur, we stayed in Hotel Felicidad. You can check their website for hotel rate bookings.

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St Paul The Apostle Sanctuary

Paul the Apostle, commonly known as Saint Paul or Saul of Tarsus was an apostle who taught the gospel of the Christ to the first century world. In the narrative of the Acts of the Apostles, Paul was traveling on the road from Jerusalem to Damascus on a mission to "bring them which were there bound unto Jerusalem" when the resurrected Jesus appeared to him in a great light. He was struck blind but, after three days, his sight was restored by Ananias of Damascus, and Paul began to preach that Jesus of Nazareth is the Jewish Messiah and the Son of God. CAPTURED VIDEO

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